possible higher risk of blood clots with Yaz, Yasmin, and Ortho Evra contraceptives

January 2012

Please see the FDA's updated information about the risk of blood clots in women taking birth control pills containing drospirenone

Women are asking about a possible higher risk of blood clots with Yaz, Yasmin, and Ortho Evra contraceptives.

You've probably seen the TV ads with lawyers asking if you or someone you know has taken these contraceptives and developed a clot.

Developing a blood clot is rare...but it's possible with ANY birth control that combines "estrogen" and "progestin" hormones.

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